Michael Clay

Michael Clay, age 74, of Cliffside, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby.

Michael was born Sunday, January 1, 1950 in Cleveland County to the late Freddie Clay and Betty Lail Clay. He worked for Dover/Ora Mill in Shelby and for Estes Mill in Piedmont, SC for many years. Michael was of the Baptist faith and was an avid fisherman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Steven Clay; grandson, Steven Clay, Jr. and sisters, Rebecca Jane Wall and Martha Lovelace.

Survivors include his wife, Kay Clay; sister, Vickie Rayfield of Cliffside; stepchildren, Dewayne Rayfield (Tammy) of Liberty, SC and Casandra Vaughn (David) of Greer, SC; grandchildren, Samantha Clay, Matthew Foxx, Alyssa Vaughn, Savannah Rayfield, Kultyn Rayfield, Alayla Rayfield, Daxxyn Rayfield and Emmalyse Rayfield.

In accordance with Michael’s wishes, no formal services will be held.